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Mixed Breed · Female · Adult · 9 years

Percy could live with children aged 10+. He is looking for an indoor-only home. Percy is a wonderful chap who has spent the past month on foster with a member of our team. He has had a glowing report whilst on foster, being described as the sweetest boy who wants to be with his humans most of the time! Our team member has said he has the loudest purr she’s ever heard – it can be heard from upstairs when he’s downstairs! He is a vocal boy who will chat away to you for attention. As soon as you make yourself comfortable on the sofa or in bed, he’s right next to you, kneading away and snuggling in. He’s a very gentle lad who will cuddle with his humans for as long as possible! Whilst on foster, our team member has reported that he does become a little worried when left alone / if he can’t find his humans and he will pace around and cry, but he does eventually settle down. He is also quite sensitive to noise and can be spooked by loud or sudden sounds, so he would be best suited to a calm and quiet home. He hasn’t been too fussed by toys, but will chase string. He does have a good appetite and loves his food – he isn’t shy about letting you know when meal times are due! It is suspected that Percy has limited vision – although he doesn’t seem too fazed by this, he will need an understanding home who can cater to his needs. Due to his limited sight, he will also require an indoor-only home. Percy arrived into our care in quite a poor state after it was suspected that his owner had passed away and he’d been alone for a while. Thanks to the care and commitment of our dedicated team, particularly his foster carer, he has made a great recovery and is now ready to find his perfect forever home to retire in. We have no doubt this lovely lad will make an incredible addition to his forever family and will return their love and affection tenfold! Percy has limited vision and has some muscle loss in his hind legs. Whilst neither issue currently seems to be affecting him and no treatment is required at present, any potential rehomers should be aware that they will need ongoing monitoring and, if he were to have any future related issues, these will likely be classed as pre-existing conditions and won’t be covered by pet insurance. The rehoming team will discuss Percy’s veterinary history in further detail with any successful applicants.

Size
Age
Adult · 9 years
Location
🇬🇧Newcastle
Shelter
Newcastle Dog and Cat Shelter
Living with Percy
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Bringing Percy home

What you'll need for Percy in week one.

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  1. 01
    Required by most shelters

    Hard-Shell Cat Carrier

    Top-loading carriers are easier than dragging cats out of a side door.

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    €25–40
  2. 02

    Feliway Calming Spray

    Cat-specific pheromone. Spritz the carrier 15 min before pickup.

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    €18–25
  3. 03
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    Covered Litter Box

    Privacy reduces stress in week one. Get one size up from what you'd think.

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    €25–45
  4. 04

    Clumping Cat Litter

    Match the shelter's brand for the first bag, transition slowly over a week.

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    €10–18
  5. 05

    Litter Scoop + Stand

    Daily scooping is non-negotiable. A stand keeps the scoop clean.

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    €10–18
  6. 06

    Sturdy Scratching Post

    Tall enough they can stretch fully. Saves your couch from week one.

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    €30–60

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About Percy

What life with Percy looks like

Percy is a adult mixed breed cat waiting at Newcastle Dog and Cat Shelter in Newcastle.

An adult cat usually shows their personality within a week. Give them a quiet room with everything they need (food, water, litter, hiding spot) and let them choose when to explore. Don't force interaction — every cat decides for themselves when a new home counts as home.

🇬🇧Adopting from United Kingdom

UK shelters work under the Pet Travel Scheme (post-Brexit, the EU pet passport is not valid; a UK Animal Health Certificate is required for travel into the EU). Most UK rescues focus on domestic placements but some work with EU partners.

Newcastle, United Kingdom browse more cats in United Kingdom.

Frequently asked

Adopting Percy, answered.

How do I contact the shelter about Percy?
Use the phone, email, or website link in the sidebar of this page. Newcastle Dog and Cat Shelter handles screening and the adoption contract directly — TailHarbor doesn't broker the conversation. When you reach out, mention you saw Percy on TailHarbor so they know which animal you're asking about.
Can I adopt Percy if I live in another country?
Yes, in most cases. Rescues across Europe routinely place animals abroad — Newcastle Dog and Cat Shelter will tell you what they need (EU pet passport, rabies titer, transport coordination) and whether they handle transport themselves or refer you to a partner. UK adopters: post-Brexit travel into the EU requires an Animal Health Certificate. Plan for an extra €100–€350 in transport costs depending on distance.
Is Percy already vetted, vaccinated, and chipped?
Most cats on TailHarbor leave their shelter with sterilization, current vaccinations, microchip ID, and an EU pet passport included in the adoption fee. The vet status on this page reflects what the shelter has reported — ask them directly if you need details on specific vaccines, recent bloodwork, or chronic conditions.
What happens if Percy isn't the right fit?
Every reputable rescue accepts an animal back if the adoption genuinely doesn't work — that's part of the standard contract. Talk it through with Newcastle Dog and Cat Shelter early rather than rehoming privately; they know Percy and can place them more successfully than a second-hand listing can.
Why does the description sometimes read awkwardly?
TailHarbor translates shelter descriptions into English from the source language (EN). Translation is imperfect — names of streets, donors, and shelter-specific terms occasionally slip through unidiomatically. For the cleanest read, click the source link to see the shelter's original page.
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